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As the population ages, concerns about elderly Americans continue to grow.  This is especially true in the areas of abuse, exploitation, and neglect.  Elder abuse often goes unreported as the victims of abuse fear retaliation, loss of care or financial assistance, or simply do not have the capacity to report their abusers.   The Elder…

Arizona allows patients who suffer injury or illness at the hands of medical practitioners to recover monetary damages for their losses.  Before collecting these damages, the patient or their medical malpractice attorney must prove the medical provider or care facility acted negligently. Proving Negligence in a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit  Proving negligence in a medical…

Circumcision is a common procedure for cosmetic and religious purposes across the United States.  Nearly one in three men are circumcised.  Although circumcision is performed routinely, the decision to have the operation or perform a circumcision on an infant is profoundly personal and carries risks as with any medical procedure. What is Circumcision? Circumcision…

APS or Adult Protective Services is a state social services program that serves older adults who need assistance with everyday living and adults with disabilities.  APS workers investigate cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation statewide.  APS workers assess a senior’s unique needs then develop a service plan to maintain his or her safety, health,…

A leading cause of medical errors and harm to patients in the healthcare system is poor communication.  In fact, communication failure was cited for up to 30% of medical malpractice cases in a recent study by CRICO Strategies.   The breakdowns in communication discussed by this study included: Miscommunication regarding the patient’s condition between care team…

Elder abuse is a serious problem in the United States. It is likely to increase with the rise in the elderly population over the next ten years. There are numerous efforts to combat elder abuse as it becomes more evident in our society including the Elder Abuse Suspicion Index or EASI. The Elder Abuse…

Opioid addiction is a significant problem in the United States, and opioids make up a significant percentage of overdose deaths every year.  More than 136 Americans die each day due to opioid overdose.   From the 1990s to the 2000s, pharmaceutical companies touted prescription opioids as a safe and non-addictive form of pain relief for…

With more aging adults living with the help of caregivers, it has become increasingly important to inform the public about elder abuse.  To eradicate elder abuse, it is vital to understand the forms it can take, its common signs and symptoms, and how to report suspected elder abuse to the proper state authorities. What…

People are accidentally injured every day across the United States. This results in many injury claims due to car accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, and more. While few of us expect to suffer a personal injury in our own life, statistically, we are likely to do so. The National Center for…

Elder abuse is a serious problem in Arizona, with approximately 7,000 seniors experiencing some type of abuse each year. This is a 150% increase over the last decade. Seniors are often vulnerable because they depend on others for assistance. Perpetrators of abuse are overwhelmingly family members and caregivers. Because of their level of reliance…